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Robben Island

Former prison island where Nelson Mandela was held for 18 years, now a powerful reminder of South Africa's road to freedom.

Robben Island appears in 4 of the 9 Cape Town vlogs we indexed, first in 2017, most recently in 2026.

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  1. Expedia

    Cape Town Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

    Tours include stories told by former inmates; boats depart from the V&A Waterfront.

  2. Brief

    Mike Thurston

    I Didn’t Expect This in Cape Town… (First Time Travel Documentary)

    Clearly visible from the top of the Lion's Head hike.

  3. World Wild Hearts

    CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA | 15 Best Things To Do In Cape Town (+ Essential Travel Tips!)

    The ferry from Nelson Mandela Gateway takes 30–60 min, and tours led by former inmates run only 3–4 times a day, so book ahead.

  4. Brief

    TOPJAW

    48 HOURS IN CAPE TOWN - ft. 16 Of The Best Bars & Restaurants (Foodies Paradise)

    Visible from the slopes of Lion's Head.

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